Hey guys!
I just bought a new horse in August I have learned that blanketing can be a very touchy topic. Everyone has their own thoughts on when and how to blanket. I have been reading many articles on this and came up with a chart that I will be posting in my barn beside the thermometer. It is very important to blanket your horse during the winter. They are not like a dog or cat where you can bring them inside the house during the cold.
I just bought a new horse in August I have learned that blanketing can be a very touchy topic. Everyone has their own thoughts on when and how to blanket. I have been reading many articles on this and came up with a chart that I will be posting in my barn beside the thermometer. It is very important to blanket your horse during the winter. They are not like a dog or cat where you can bring them inside the house during the cold.
It's that awkward time of year where you have to put the blanket on at night than take it back off in the mornings. I have also learned with my years of riding horses that blankets do not always last the longest, especially on turn out. Buying a new horse I've had to spend a lot of money on all new products; from a saddle, blankets to buckets and even a new pair of boots. Which I wasn't completely upset about. :) I quickly learned that this was going to cost more than expected. Saddles can range from $300 to over $1000 alone. One website that I enjoy shopping on is www.chicksaddlery.com. They are always running great deals and I bought my saddle and bridal set off of there for only $550; which I thought it was a steal. When it was still nice out I was riding every other day and on weekends we would go out on trails for 3-4 hours long. After owning my saddle for four months with a good three months of hard riding; it still looks brand new. I also purchased a turn out sheet and turn out blanket. The turn out sheet I've been using for a month now and it is still in great shape. Yes, my horse loves to roll in the mud too. So it's a little dirty but still in good shape; not stretched out or tore. They had blankets on sale for up to 75% off . (GREAT DEAL!) They are always running good deals on items. But along with the decent priced blankets; they have been holding up very well. I have purchased over 98% of all my products from them. Be sure to check them out when purchasing new products.
What's your thoughts on blanketing?
What's your thoughts on blanketing?